Of the cleaners we tested, these did the best job of quickly and conveniently cleaning up common dirt and spills.

Mr. Clean Multi-Surfaces Antibacterial Spray Lemon Scent

Mr. Clean Multi-Surfaces Antibacterial Spray Lemon Scent

Even though it was tied for the least expensive solution per ounce of the 17 solutions we tested, this top-performing spray outshone the rest; it excelled at cleaning glass and other kitchen surfaces including laminate, stainless steel and a painted wall. For those who need to tidy up quickly, Mr. Clean is an ideal pick: It was the fastest cleaner in our test, taking less than 10 seconds to break down a waxy crayon mark. The product’s easy-to-use spray mechanism made cleaning a breeze.

An added bonus: Mr. Clean was one of the two cleaners in our test to promise sanitizing and disinfecting power. (Just be sure you follow the bottle's directions to ensure you get the anti-bacterial results you want.) It was also one of the few products to promise cleaning power for bathrooms, tile, and garbage cans.

Spic and Span Cinch Glass & Multi-Surface Cleaner

Spic and Span Cinch Glass & Multi-Surface Cleaner

Cinch came in at a close second of the 17 multi-surface cleaners we tested. It's particularly good at getting grime off of stainless steel, and worked well on glass and laminate countertops, too. Using the product is simple thanks to its informative label, which includes spot test recommendations, a list of surfaces for suitable use, and clear directions.

Cinch also promises to be suitable for cleaning outdoor surfaces and car windows among other uses. The only place it didn't totally excel: a painted wall, where we found a little dirt left behind.